Christopher Evans,
Naval Academy

Degree: B.S. in Aerospace Engineering

How did the Stamps Scholarship help shape your undergraduate experience?
The Stamps Scholarship gave me unique opportunities to pursue what I am passionate about. A lot of my favorite Naval Academy memories were from an activity made possible by Stamps.

Tell us a piece of wisdom you’ve learned over the past four years.
Be nice! It goes a long way.

Who has had the greatest impact on you throughout your college career and how so?
Colonel Stephen Liszewski, USMC, Commandant at the Naval Academy has had a profound impact on me. Through his selfless devotion to midshipmen, Col. Liszewski has prepared me to lead sailors and Marines in the fleet.

What’s your favorite Stamps Scholar memory?
Volunteering as a counselor at Camp Pals, a camp for teenagers with Down syndrome.

What comes next?
After graduation, I’ll head to flight school in Pensacola, Florida to become a Navy Pilot!

Please share your favorite inspirational quote.
“You’re a has-been who never was” – Al Cantello